Both teams move on to the semifinals at Lynchburg's Liberty University later this week. Hampton plays James Madison, a perennial contender for the state championship, Thursday at 3 p.m. Kecoughtan faces Robinson, which beat E.C. Glass 54-53 in overtime, Friday night.

Hampton followed up on its victory over Midlothian in the Fort Eustis holiday tournament by overcoming a slow start. The Crabbers led 4-2 after one quarter and 13-10 at halftime.

``It feels real good. It's like we're one of the best teams in the state, and I'm so excited,'' Hampton's Catrina Fennell said.

Harper had four 3-point goals for Kecoughtan, while the 6-foot-6 Abraham battled against Freeman's front line that included a 6-8 and 6-6 player.

``Our defense keyed this victory. That's probably as good as we've played defensively all year,'' said Kecoughtan guard Marseilles Brown.